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5 updates about Intel’s $28 billion investment in central Ohio
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This will be Intel’s first semiconductor facotry in the Midwest. | Rendering via Intel
Central Ohio is attempting to become a Silicon Heartland, but just like Rome, it isn’t going to happen over night.

In fact, the timeline for this $20+ billion investment from Intel in New Albany keeps growing. Between deadline delays, federal funding, and local construction, it can be hard to stay in the know. That’s why we are breaking down all the most recent updates, announcements, and headlines involving Intel.

Update No. 1

The US government proposed $8.5 billion in direct funding to Intel under the new CHIPS Act. This money would be used specifically for semiconductor factories, like Ohio. Intel also increased the amount they will invest in the New Albany factory from $20 billion to $28 billion.


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US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo (left) and Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger (right) celebrating the funding announcement on Wednesday, March 20. | Photo via Intel Corporation

Update No. 2

Construction crews conducted a concrete pour from Thursday, March 21 at 5 a.m. through Friday, March 22 at 3 a.m. Four delivery trucks traveled a set path starting at Beech Road and ending at Clover Valley Road, which explains some of the traffic disruption in the area.

Update No. 3

In mid-March, Intel and Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine released a progress report, stating the project is now expected to be fully operational in 2027-28. This is the second time the project has been delayed as Wall Street Journal previously reported the project had been delayed to late 2026.

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A total of 10,000+ jobs are expected to be created from Intel’s investment. | Rendering via Intel

Update No. 4

Daily commuters might be happy to hear that Central College Road is anticipated to reopen on Friday, March 29 around 6 p.m. This road has been closed since late February for the installation of water main infrastructure.

Update No. 5

Miller Road east of Mink Street is now closed and is estimated to reopen on Monday, April 1. This is happening so crews can rebuild the existing Miller-Mink intersection + parts of Miller Road to the east.
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Friday, March 22
  • Joe Pera | Friday, March 22 | 7 p.m. | Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St., Downtown | $39-$49 | Spend an evening with this New York-based podcaster, voice actor, and comedian in an intimate setting.
  • Tears and Beers | Friday, March 22 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | The Kee, 225 Neilston St., Downtown | $18 | Dance all night to popular emo music from the early 2000s.
Saturday, March 23
  • Tim McGraw | Saturday, March 23 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $40-$220 | Sing along to decades of hit songs from this country star with three Grammy Awards.
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  • Columbus Fury vs. Atlanta Vibe | Sunday, March 24 | 2 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd., Arena District | $25-$150 | Professional volleyball is back in the city as the Fury looks to defeat one of the top teams in the league.
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Civic
  • Will the Westerville and Harlem Township merger make it on the November ballot? Officials held a State of the City last night to answer community questions, but a community affairs director believes “more time may be needed,” in order to get the bill ready for the general election. (10TV)
Coming Soon
  • Modern Market Eatery, a Colorado-based fast-casual restaurant, plans to open seven new locations in the Columbus area within the next six years. Each store will employ up to 25 people, both full-time and part-time. Exact locations and opening dates were not disclosed.
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  • Alex Vinash, a New York-based retailer, is now open at 858 N. High St. in the Short North. The Columbus location features a range of men’s and women’s clothes for all occasions, and is now the largest store for the company. (Columbus Business First)
Arts
  • Art for Franklinton, a local celebration of creators, returns on Saturday, May 11 at River & Rich, 401 W. Rich St. It will showcase the work of artists from SCRAWL, and proceeds benefit the Franklinton Arts District. Tickets start at $25.
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  • We did the math, and Columbus will experience 12+ hours of sunlight each day from now until September. The longest day of sunlight, according to NOAA data, will be on Wednesday, June 26, lasting 15 hours.
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